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Course in Industrial Audiometry and Hearing Assessment

                          (Course Approved & Accredited by the Department of Labour)

Course overview

  • 5x day course
  • R7500.00
  • 08H00-16H00

Noise in Industry: A Significant Hazard

Noise in industrial environments poses serious hazards, contributing to accidents, hindering communication, and causing both physiological and psychological stresses in individuals.

The Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Mines Health and Safety Act stipulates that workers who are exposed to noise levels exceeding 85 dB (A) in their work environments to undergo initial and periodic hearing assessments to prevent potential impairment.

This course is designed to equip audiometrists, supervisors, management, and training personnel with the essential knowledge and skills necessary for the effective management and operation of hearing assessment facilities. Inaccurate hearing test results can lead to costly and unnecessary referrals, impacting both individuals and organizations. Hearing impairment affects not only the individual but also contributes to significant compensation claims, which can impose serious financial burdens on companies.

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be proficient in all requirements outlined by the Act and will possess a comprehensive understanding of:

  • The physiology and anatomy of the ear
  • The physics of sound
  • Calibration and accuracy of testing instruments
  • Administration of hearing tests
  • Calculation of percentage hearing loss (Instruction 171)
  • Reporting procedures
  • Referral processes and STS/milestone baselines
  • Hearing conservation strategies and counselling

All participants are required to register with SASOHN upon successful completion of the course to obtain certification as practicing audiometrists.

Course Structure:

  • Theoretical Component:
    This component is delivered through lectures, discussions, and independent study. Theoretical knowledge is reinforced through practical exercises and concluded with a final written examination.
  • Practical Component:
    Following the theoretical sessions, candidates will receive hands-on training to enhance their skills and knowledge within a practical work environment.

Refresher Course in Industrial Audiometry and Hearing Assessment Incl. Instruction 171 and STS/Milestone Baselines

                          (Course Approved & Accredited by the Department of Labour)

  • 1x day course
  • R1800.00
  • 08h00-13h00

All audiometrists who received training prior to November 16, 2001, are required to attend a refresher course that includes Instruction 171 to register as practicing audiometrists with SASOHN. Due to ongoing changes and amendments in standards and legislation, it is recommended that audiometrists participate in a refresher course every two years.

With over 30 years of training experience, we take pride in having trained the majority of audiometrists in South Africa.

Course Overview
This course is designed to provide candidates with a comprehensive summary of the complete Industrial Audiometry curriculum, along with detailed information regarding recent legislative changes.

The Importance of a Refresher Course

Participating in a refresher course is crucial for audiometrists to stay current with evolving standards, practices, and legislative requirements. Such courses ensure that professionals remain knowledgeable about the latest advancements in audiometry, enhance their skills, and maintain compliance with industry regulations. Regular training not only helps in mitigating risks associated with outdated practices but also reinforces the quality of care provided to clients. By engaging in refresher courses, audiometrists demonstrate their commitment to professional development and the highest standards of practice in their field.

Course in Vision Screening

  • 2x day course
  • R4600.00
  • 10H00-16H30

Vision screening is a critical component of Occupational Health, as it helps identify individuals with visual deficiencies. These deficiencies can contribute to unsafe conditions, leading to high-risk factors that result in accidents, decreased concentration, and impaired performance in the workplace.

In educational settings, such as schools and universities, the focus may primarily be on the impact of these visual challenges on attention and academic performance. It is essential to recognize that vision screening should serve as an initial assessment tool to identify individuals who require further evaluation through comprehensive eye examinations.

The Course Consists out of:

Physics of light

  • Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye
  • Pathology of the eye
  • Assessment of Visual Acuity
  • Color Perception
  • Depth Perception
  • Visual Field
  • Routine Instrument Checks

Course in Spirometry

  • 3x day course
  • R6210.00
  • 08H00-16H00

We appreciate your interest in our comprehensive range of services. Our holistic approach encompasses the operator, medical practitioner, and quality control program.

The following services are offered:

A – Training

  • Spirometry Training Course
  • Spirometry Refresher Course

B – Details of the 3 Day Spirometry Course

  • Each student will receive a complete course manual.
  • The training course complies with SANS 451:2008 and aligns with the Spirometry Unit Standard SAQA 252125.
  • The program spans three days:
  • Day 1: Comprehensive theory
  • Day 2: Theory, practical sessions, and hands-on equipment training
  • Day 3: Revision and written assessment
  • Candidates must achieve a minimum score of 70% on the test and complete an assignment that includes 10 patient results illustrating acceptable and repeatable spirograms.
  • Candidates will be assessed based on their assignments and, upon successful completion, will receive a competency certificate.
  • Those who do not pass may arrange to retake the test within two weeks for an additional fee.
  • The training equipment used meets and exceeds the standards set by ATS-ERS 2005, ATS/ERS 2019, and SANS 451:2008 (South African National Spirometry Standard).

C – Core components of the Spirometry Training Course:

  • Anatomy and Physiology of the lung
  • Introduction to the ATS/ERS 2005, ATS/ERS 2019 Spirometry standards
  • Equipment, Calibration, Infection control
  • Lung volumes and sub-divisions
  • Flow volume loop
  • Patient preparation
  • Test procedure
  • Test quality: Acceptability, Repeatability and Usability
  • Interpretation: Normal, Obstruction, Restriction and Combined Obstruction and Restriction
  • Test examples

D – The objective of the course is:

  1. To equip students with the skills, knowledge, and practical experience necessary to perform acceptable and repeatable spirograms for occupational and medical surveillance of lung function.
  2. To ensure that students can apply their knowledge to confirm that spirometry equipment meets recognized standards and performance benchmarks.
  3. To teach correct procedures for patient preparation.
  4. To help students recognize poor patient technique.
  5. To enable students to identify normal and abnormal flow volume loops.

Refresher Course in Spirometry

  • 1x day course
  • R2530.00
  • 08h00-16h00

The Refresher Course in Spirometry is designed for healthcare professionals who have previously completed a spirometry training program. This course aims to update participants on the latest practices, standards, and techniques in spirometry to ensure high-quality patient assessments and compliance with current guidelines.

This course is ideal for:

  • Audiometrists
  • Respiratory therapists
  • Medical practitioners
  • Nurses involved in pulmonary function testing

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    • Payment is required promptly to secure your booking , alternatively no later than two weeks before the course start date. Please note : If payment has not been received before the start of the course, you will unfortunately not be permitted to attend under any circumstance, even if you arrive on the day.

    • no payments can be made on the premises; all fees must be paid via EFT or bank deposit (excluding re-write fees).

    • By submitting your completed registration and signed course policy, your registration is considered formal. Once received, ACTS will begin arrangements preparing for your attendance.

    • By submitting your completed registration and signed course policy you confirm that you have read, understood, and accepted all terms and conditions outlined within the policy.

    • A properly completed registration form, together with a copy of your ID document, must be submitted for your registration to be processed.

    • It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure that all documentation is submitted to ACTS and that all information provided is true, complete and accurate.

    • Candidates applying for the course/s are strongly recommended to have completed Matric.

    • ACTS must be notified immediately if you are unable to attend the course. Failure to provide timely notice ( no later than 1x week before the start of course ) will incur a 10% penalty of the course fee.

    • Lack of communication : our efforts to contact candidates to confirm attendance are often not met with timely responses. This too will result in a 10% penalty payable of the course fee.

    • Confirming attendance for a course and last minute cancellation or postponement ( less than a 1x week notice before the start of course ) will too result in a 10% penalty payable of the course fee.

    • It is the candidate’s responsibility to contact ACTS directly to notify us of any changes or cancelations as soon as the candidate’s plans regarding attendance change.

    • Before making any payment, candidates must ensure they are registered, as well as confirm course dates and space availability with ACTS.

    • Course fees are non-refundable. However each course allows one postponement with no penalty fee if the course has been paid in full and ACTS have been notified no later than 1x week before the start of course of this postponement. If the candidate does not attend on the rescheduled date, all fees paid to date will be forfeited, and the registration and payment process must be completed again should they wish to attend the course in full.

    • If a rescheduled date is not attended, a 10% penalty fee of the course fee will apply in addition to any forfeited fees.

    • Each course exam allows for one rewrite in the event of failing an exam. An admin and rewrite fee of R450 is applicable to Audiometry ,Spirometry and Vision screening exam rewrites.

    • Rewrite fees are payable in cash on the day of the rewrite exam.

    • The rewrite has to take place within one of the next two course cycles following the candidate's original exam date

    • If a candidate is unable to attend the full course, any days attended will be considered part of the course fee already paid. Should the candidate wish to join a future session to complete the course in it’s full extent , the cost of the days already attended will be billed additionally and is payable prior to being accepted for new attendance. The reattendance will have to take place within one of the next two course cycles following the candidate's original chosen date. Failure to do so will result in all fees paid to date, be forfeited.


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